Jugular
noun
It is a part of body, the vein in the neck that carries blood from the head to the heart.
The doctor checked the patient's pulse by feeling the jugular vein
Often appears as...
- jugular vein
- internal jugular
adjective
Very important and vital.
The meeting with the client was a jugular issue for the survival of the company
Often appears as...
- jugular issue
- go for the jugular
Usage tips
Approving
adjective
Relating to attacking or making an issue become critical.
In the debate, she went straight for the jugular, questioning her opponent's honesty
Often appears as...
- go for the jugular
- attack the jugular
Usage tips
Neutral
Idiomatic
noun
It is a part of body, the vein in the neck that carries blood from the head to the heart.
The doctor checked the patient's pulse by feeling the jugular vein
Often appears as...
- jugular vein
- internal jugular
adjective
Very important and vital.
The meeting with the client was a jugular issue for the survival of the company
Often appears as...
- jugular issue
- go for the jugular
Usage tips
Approving
adjective
Relating to attacking or making an issue become critical.
In the debate, she went straight for the jugular, questioning her opponent's honesty
Often appears as...
- go for the jugular
- attack the jugular
Usage tips
Neutral
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Used in medical or anatomical discussions about the neck and circulatory system.
Paramedics might secure the airway and check for bleeding in the jugular area.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Visible
Though vital, the jugular veins are not visible as they are beneath the skin.
Unlike the bulging muscles, her jugular was not evident.
Pro Tip 3/3Clinical Phrase
The phrase 'checking the jugular' means examining the vein's condition or flow.
During the physical exam, the jugular was checked for any abnormalities.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Used in medical or anatomical discussions about the neck and circulatory system.
Paramedics might secure the airway and check for bleeding in the jugular area.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Visible
Though vital, the jugular veins are not visible as they are beneath the skin.
Unlike the bulging muscles, her jugular was not evident.
Pro Tip 3/3Clinical Phrase
The phrase 'checking the jugular' means examining the vein's condition or flow.
During the physical exam, the jugular was checked for any abnormalities.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
Used in medical or anatomical discussions about the neck and circulatory system.
Paramedics might secure the airway and check for bleeding in the jugular area.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Visible
Though vital, the jugular veins are not visible as they are beneath the skin.
Unlike the bulging muscles, her jugular was not evident.
Pro Tip 3/3Clinical Phrase
The phrase 'checking the jugular' means examining the vein's condition or flow.
During the physical exam, the jugular was checked for any abnormalities.
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Video examples
Welcome to Embalming 101...
displaces the blood which escapes through an incision usually in the jugular vein almost immediately the corpse begins to harden this may seem like a process dreamed up by a mad scientist but in reality embalming has deep historical and religious roots in
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Cheetah Cubs Master...
it's a success she's taught the cubs it's not all about the chase she's still not let go of the jugular she's not taking
Video examples
Welcome to Embalming 101...
displaces the blood which escapes through an incision usually in the jugular vein almost immediately the corpse begins to harden this may seem like a process dreamed up by a mad scientist but in reality embalming has deep historical and religious roots in
Video examples
Cheetah Cubs Master...
it's a success she's taught the cubs it's not all about the chase she's still not let go of the jugular she's not taking
Example 1 of 2
Quote examples
Ivanka Trump
American Businesswoman
Oftentimes, the best negotiations result in a deal that benefits both parties. There are times when you simply want to go for the jugular, but often, you want the other person to feel pleased with the outcome, even if you are the clear victor.
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Stanley Druckenmiller
American Businessman
Soros has taught me that when you have tremendous conviction on a trade, you have to go for the jugular. It takes courage to be a pig. It takes courage to ride a profit with huge leverage.
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Robert Orben
American Entertainer
I remember when humor was gentle pokes. I used to call it 'arm around the shoulder' humor. Now they go for the jugular and they take no prisoners. It's mean, mean stuff.
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Kobe Bryant
American Basketball Player
I don't talk trash often, but when I do, I go for the jugular.
Quote examples
Ivanka Trump
American Businesswoman
Oftentimes, the best negotiations result in a deal that benefits both parties. There are times when you simply want to go for the jugular, but often, you want the other person to feel pleased with the outcome, even if you are the clear victor.
Quote examples
Stanley Druckenmiller
American Businessman
Soros has taught me that when you have tremendous conviction on a trade, you have to go for the jugular. It takes courage to be a pig. It takes courage to ride a profit with huge leverage.
Quote examples
Robert Orben
American Entertainer
I remember when humor was gentle pokes. I used to call it 'arm around the shoulder' humor. Now they go for the jugular and they take no prisoners. It's mean, mean stuff.
Quote examples
Kobe Bryant
American Basketball Player
I don't talk trash often, but when I do, I go for the jugular.
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